There are some challenges given to us by The Sandbox Writing Challenge, hosted at Impromptu Promptlings, by Lady Calen, which I don’t even have to think about. This was one of them.
The question this week:
What door have you closed in your life, and why?
Will you ever open it again?
This is not a hard question. In fact, there is really only one door which I have closed, and that was 44 years ago. In 1972, I closed the door on substance abuse. The why of it should be obvious. But on the chance there is someone out there who would not know why I’d close that door, I’ll spell it out for you. It was a dangerous way of living my life. It was hurting me, and it was hurting those I love. I live with the consequences of it and have begun treatment for one of those consequences, which was life threatening – as much so as the abuse itself was.
As to whether I would open it again, I sincerely hope not. I’ll just say I don’t want to become that stupid again.
Quantum Hermit 
Jan 20, 2016 @ 14:06:44
Such a very brave post, girlfriend. I’m proud of you. {{{Fim}}} ❤
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 00:54:38
Thank you {{{Calen}}}
You’ve been a great inspiration to me, watching how you post.
The Sandbox Challenge is so totally the right environment for this part of my journey!
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 00:56:56
I think I know why it’s not posting correctly. When I copy the URL and put it in my notepad, there’s an extra space between the two line, so when I copy to paste it in for pingback it picks up the space, but only the first line of the link gets posted. I think I fixed this one. Thanks for letting me know.
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 01:02:47
Yep, I think you got it.
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Jan 20, 2016 @ 14:10:38
Btw, I just figured out why your pingbacks don’t show up on IP. Apparently you need to copy the entire address of the post including the challenge part or it doesn’t put it on there. I copied the link you posted and looked at it. It’s:
https://promptlings.wordpress.com/2016/01/19/the-sandbox-writing-
But that’s not complete. What needs to be there is:
https://promptlings.wordpress.com/2016/01/19/the-sandbox-writing-challenge-23-closed-doors/
Just thought I’d let you know. How did last night go, btw? Did you sleep?
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Jan 20, 2016 @ 14:34:45
👊👊👊👊👊
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 01:10:03
Thank you, Linda!
Is that emoticon the fist of solidarity? I can’t see it clearly. So I’m guessing here.
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 07:51:29
Yes m’am!! I call it my BAM hand!!!!!
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Jan 25, 2016 @ 12:18:43
LOL Love that… BAM hand! (had I emoticons, I BAM Back!) 😀
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Jan 25, 2016 @ 13:07:49
HaHa…I’ll consider myself BAMMED back!!!👊
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Jan 20, 2016 @ 14:40:30
You are made of tough stuff.
Congratulations on beating the odds everyday.
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 00:58:37
Thank you! I take everything, one day at a time. It helps keep me centered.
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Jan 21, 2016 @ 08:08:07
That’s awesome! It’s not an easy road, takes a lot of courage, resilience, motivation and perseverance 🙂
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 01:01:35
Thank you so much! True. it is not easy. I try to keep in the moment. Stay focused on the goal.
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Jan 21, 2016 @ 12:30:17
You are awesome.
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 01:07:34
Thank you, Mary, for your support and encouragement!
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Jan 21, 2016 @ 17:45:44
I feel that the blogosphere is creating a new level of openness and oneness among those with the courage to participate. You are a fine example of this effect at work Fim. It can only be a good thing.
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Jan 23, 2016 @ 01:21:48
I think you’re right about that. I’ve seen on so many blogs that openness and the courage to stand up and speak. Thank you for your encouraging words. What doesn’t take us down, makes us stronger.
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Jan 24, 2016 @ 15:05:02
Fimnora, I have lost one son to drugs and have another son who has struggled for 15 years. He is currently 6 month clean. I know what great resolution it takes every day to stay clean. May you always be strong and stay on your path.
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Jan 25, 2016 @ 12:21:51
Thank you, Bernadette, for your kind words.
My brother lost his own battle back in 1983. It will be 33 years February 7.
Losing him reminds me daily of the importance of fighting the good fight.
Thank you, also, for the follow!
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Jan 26, 2016 @ 08:13:19
A serious post indeed. A door that you wisely knew needed closing.
My best to you always.
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Jan 27, 2016 @ 12:18:48
Thank you, JoHanna! Thankfully my self preservation instinct kicked in, and kicked the habit out.
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